Registration
Register online via our very easy form. Submit a letter, photos and provide references. We will assist you in navigating through all the necessary documents.
Consultation
Have a quick chat with a Smart Au Pairs team member to talk about your family’s needs and confirm the process. The more insight we gain, the better we can match you.
Interview
Access your personal Smart Au Pairs shortlist and videochat with the candidates. We provide you with an interview guide to make the process easy.
Matched!
Invite your selected Smart Au Pair to join your family! We will prepare the necessary documentation and assist your au pair with visa, flights and travel insurance.
Support
Receive continuous assistance and guidance throughout the whole au pair placement period from our experienced team.
Repeat
Stress free sourcing for your next au pair, as we know your family’s preferences and you already have a profile, it is even easier!
What does an au pair do?
Can assist with a range of tasks, including:
- Morning routine: waking the children and preparing them for the day.
- Room organization: teaching the kids how to tidy their room and make their beds.
- Meal preparation: preparing breakfast and lunch for the children.
- Kitchen duties: taking care of the dishes after breakfast and lunch and managing dishwater duties.
- Organized school prep: ensuring the children have their books and sports gear organized.
- Transportation: transporting the children to and from school, sports activities and playdates, by car, walking, or public transport.
- After-school fun: entertaining the kids before or after school e.g. visiting parks, doing homework or arranging playdates.
- Household assistance: assisting with light housework, children's laundry and running small errands.
- Mealtime support: preparing after-school snacks and simple evening meals.
- Homework help: offering support with homework and school readers.
- Playtime initiatives: initiating playtime and organising various activities for the children.
- Bedtime routine: assisting children during bath time and preparing them for bed.
- General preparation: all Smart Au Pairs will succeed an online First Aid & Au Pair training before joining your family in Australia.
Why choose an au pair?
Provides you with flexibility and control:
- Extended care: unlike traditional childcare options with fixed hours, an au pair provides care beyond regular business hours. You have the flexibility to schedule their assistance as needed, accommodating your work schedule or any unforeseen circumstances.
- Personalised care: an au pair provides one-to-one and family-orientated care for your children in the familiar and comforting environment of your home. They can tailor their approach to meet the unique needs of each child, ensuring personalised attention and care.
- Last-minute changes: if your child is sick or there are unexpected changes to your daily routine, having a live-in au pair allows for immediate and seamless adjustments.
- All children: if you have school-age children and little ones at home, your au pair can care for both without any additional costs. Your au pair assists with school routines, homework, and transportation. This flexibility ensures that all your children’s needs are met throughout the whole day.
- Household management: in addition to childcare, au pairs can assist you with light housework related to the children. This support lightens the load of household responsibilities, giving you more time and flexibility.
- Trained au pairs: all Smart Au Pairs have successfully completed an online First Aid & Au Pair training before joining your family.
- Cultural exchange: an au pair brings diverse perspectives, fostering global awareness and enriching your child's education beyond traditional childcare.
